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2.95" Fossil Fish (Cimolichthys) Jaw Section - Kansas
This is a 2.95" fossil fish (Cimolichthys) jaw section from the Niobrara Formation, Gove County, Kansas. This interesting, specimen highlights the tooth replacement process.
Cimolichthys is an extinct genus of late Cretaceous fish that is related to modern Lancefish and Lizardfish. Their bodies were covered with large scutes that provided protection against predators.
Cimolichthys is an extinct genus of late Cretaceous fish that is related to modern Lancefish and Lizardfish. Their bodies were covered with large scutes that provided protection against predators.
SPECIES
Cimolichthys sp.
LOCATION
Gove County, Kansas
FORMATION
Niobrara Formation
SIZE
2.95" wide
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#197683
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